Spicy Baked Falafel Sandwiches With Homemade Tzatzi

Name: Spicy Baked Falafel Sandwiches With Homemade Tzatziki
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Falafel; 2 (14 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained (chickpeas); 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped; 2 large garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon cilantro, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 tablespoon red chili pepper flakes, crushed; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons flour; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Tzatziki Sauce; 8 ounces Greek yogurt; 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded & finely chopped; 2 large garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons dill (fresh or dried); 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon salt; Other; 4 whole wheat pita bread; 1 large tomatoes, sliced; 4 large lettuce leaves; red onion, slices and separated into rings

Servings: persons

Falafel
2 (14 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained (chickpeas)
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped
1 tablespoon cilantro, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 tablespoon red chili pepper flakes, crushed
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon olive oil
Tzatziki Sauce
8 ounces Greek yogurt
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded & finely chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons dill (fresh or dried)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
Other
4 whole wheat pita bread
1 large tomatoes, sliced
4 large lettuce leaves
red onion, slices and separated into rings

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees, then prepare the tzatziki by combining the yogurt, garlic, cucumber*, herbs, lemon juice & salt in a bowl and mixing until well combined. Cover & chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the falafel.
2
In a large bowl, mash the chickpeas using a fork or a mortar & pestle. Add the onion, garlic, herbs, spices & flour, and mix together to make a thick paste. Roll small amounts if the mixture into ping pong sized balls, then flatten slightly to form small discs.
3
Line baking sheet with foil. Lightly brush both sides of each falafel disc with the olive oil and place on baking sheet. Bake for about 15 minutes, turning about halfway through the cooking process so they're evenly browned.
4
Assemble your sandwiches by stuffing each pita pocket with 2-3 falafel pieces and as many veggies as you can fit in there. Drizzle with a generous amount of tzatziki (or hummus, or tahini, for the purists), and enjoy!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Falafel, 2 (14 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained (chickpeas), 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped, 2 large garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Spicy Baked Falafel Sandwiches With Homemade Tzatziki falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spicy Baked Falafel Sandwiches With Homemade Tzatziki

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